Aufklarung

/ˈaʊfklɑːrʊŋ/ noun

The German Enlightenment movement of the 18th century emphasizing reason, science, and critical thinking.

From German 'Aufklärung,' literally meaning 'clarification' or 'enlightenment,' from 'auf' (up) and 'klären' (to clarify). Refers specifically to the German version of the broader European Enlightenment.

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